My mother would always cook extra mashed potatoes so us kids could have these delicious puffs the next day. Over the years I have experimented with her basic recipe and sometimes will add grated cheddar cheese, chopped green onions and bacon bits to the mixture. I have also added corn niblets for a really different tasting puff.
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1 egg , beaten
- 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying
Instructions
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1
In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in the mashed potatoes and egg until well blended.
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2
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy deep skillet to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Carefully drop the potato mixture by spoonfuls into the hot oil, and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from oil to drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts
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